My Life Isn't "Instagram Worthy" | Sewing Chats with Bex

[@aprilc0t]

"It's not Hillsong, so who?!" Laughed out loud. Always love your videos, Bex. Thank you for being bold for Him!

[@FarAwayDistance]

ahaha it's true!!!

[@maximinocarrero2209]

I'm not gonna lie the Instagram life Looks awesome but I'm Very Much Sure that behind the Smiles and Happiness there's a lot of Problems. I never get Jealous but sometimes wish that i could do some of the Same things that Some of these Instagrammers do! But I'm blessed and I can't Complain! God is Good all the time! God Bless Becca 😍

[@TJ-vv3vr]

this is SO GOOD! I think we often base our effectiveness for the Kingdom based on how productive and effective we feel, rather than by our level of submission to God. I'd also like to add that even those living the "instagram-worthy" life can still struggle with feeling purposeless. I, for example, am spending my senior year as an exchange student in Indonesia. God has taught me so much throughout this time about Himself, myself, and the world. I believe He has also been using me to touch the hearts of all my Muslim friends and my Muslim host family here. I guess some people looking from the outside would say my life is "instagram-worthy," and full of adventure and passion for the Lord. And adventure and passion there truly is, which I am so thankful to God for. However, I also often struggle with thoughts that I'm not doing enough for the Lord, or that I am a worthless failure whose life is making no difference for the Kingdom. I know these are lies, and God always helps me combat them. But I think that my struggle is proof that no matter what your life looks like, you will always feel unworthy or purposeless if you base your worth of effectiveness of how you feel, or how your situation appears. Rather, it is only when we trust our effectiveness for the Kingdom to be based on our level of submission to God that we can have peace in our strivings. Moral of the story: A change in situations is not the remedy. An "Instagram-worthy" life won't make you feel more or less effective for the Kingdom unless it's accompanied by submission and obedience. Similarly, where there is this submission and obedience, we can make a HUGE impact for God, even if it doesn't seem "instagram-worthy."

[@colleenglittersx3]

There are so many Christian bloggers who perpetuate this idea of having a picture perfect life where you're always doing things that look like they are straight out of Pinterest! i'm glad you addressed this!

[@FarAwayDistance]

RIGHT?! Thank you so much for watching!!

[@godsoriginal4540]

Ok I have a couple things I want to tell you. 1. You look pretty even without makeup 2. I love the music you put at the beginning 3. I know all the music artists you mentioned (not personally lol) and I've seen some of them in concert. 4. I was just about to start sewing when I saw this notification! 5. I love the message and I totally agree that social media has made it very easy for your life to look perfect and beter that anyone else's. But you don't have to be perfect you just have to be you and if nobody likes you for you, did they really like you in the first place? 6. I never thought about the Bible like the way you described it. It only says the best part of their life not every boring thing they did. And it took a long time before God used them. And He can use anyone no matter how old they are or how boring their life may be. 7. Thank you Becca! Have a good rest of the day! If you actually read this whole thing lol!

[@FarAwayDistance]

I did read the whole thing!! Thank you so much!!! :)

[@kelsigrant3795]

Do not conform to the patterns of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.

[@mariannejohnson405]

I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (oftenly misnamed Mormons) and you are a huge example in my life, I am so glad to see a true follower of Christ sharing their faith and giving advice to others. And woah I really needed this video in my life. Thanks so much for all this wisdom, I think hearing this right now is God answering my prayers. I’ve been really feeling like I haven’t been doing enough for God and like all my days are the exact same routine.

[@keitumetsebuhle2414]

i love you and your energy I learn from you that Christianity is not a bore at all see how you always joyful and excited ...💛🌻and your energy girl 😂❤🌹

[@aalllexxiss]

I watched this video a couple weeks ago and thought it was good. As I went on with my life, I kept coming back to this video as I felt bogged down by the mundane, everyday things. So here I am again, to refresh and remind myself that God works in the everyday, not just in the conferences, mission trips, etc. Thank you, Becca for sharing this. It has meant a lot to me and helped me through those mundane weeks when I feel that God is no longer working.

[@livingunashamed4869]

Great video. we all play our role/part. We're all equal just some are behind the scenes and some in the limelight. Still need everyone to pitch in to make "it" work. We are the church and we are the body of Christ. God loves us all, we are all so important. God uses everyone differently. Just live for God guys :).

[@FarAwayDistance]

yesss!

[@liamandres9859]

The way you tell us everything in these videos never ceases to make me laugh. But this message is so needed right now! I completely agree! The place you do the most for God are those where you're doing everything to His glory. Not whether you're being a missionary, not whether your an evangelist, but if you're doing everything for His glory and at your very best. Hallelujah!

[@godsoriginal4540]

His Love Studios Amen!

[@FarAwayDistance]

Haha thank you!!!

[@liamandres9859]

@@FarAwayDistance Always a pleasure!

[@foraslan3740]

Hello, I'm from Brazil and I feel extremely blessed to accompany your channel! God bless you, my sister! Jesus is doing great things in us and through us! I love you! ♥️♥️♥️✝️

[@joaogabrielstumpfmachado9199]

Brasil também! Haha

[@FarAwayDistance]

Love you!!

[@joaogabrielstumpfmachado9199]

@@FarAwayDistance we love you too Becca ❤️😀

[@foraslan3740]

@@joaogabrielstumpfmachado9199 que legaaal!!!! Deus abençoe irmão 💛

[@joaogabrielstumpfmachado9199]

@@foraslan3740 Simmmm! Deus te abençoe também irmã 🙏🙏

[@rietlapetite7713]

You are such a great teacher 🙌 I am a Christian since one year now and I feel you also play a role in it. I just take up a lot of wisdom from your videos. Love you Becca and may you feel Gods love every day of your life ❤❤

[@colinwillis9096]

There is a saying that well behaved women seldom make history, trusting God even in 'mundane' actions that all our history is based on. When I think of why we should live even in 'ordinary' Christian lives, we live so that on the last day we would be told "Well done, good and faithful servant" and to share that with all the brothers and sisters that brought you there, and the ones that are there because of God's actions through you. Love you Bex. YBIC

[@coffeeandbibletime]

LOVE THIS SO MUCH haha!! I love the realness!!!! My room looks like that most days!!!

[@coffeeandbibletime]

Beautiful message! Preach girl preach

[@adrianhanson960]

Thank you so much for this video. This is basically speaking directly to the anxiety I’ve been experiencing lately. I’ve definitely felt like I’m not doing enough for God but thank you for the reminder that we don’t have to be another Billy Graham or live picture-perfect lives for God to care for us. We don’t even have to have it ALL figured out. *sigh of relief*

[@КаринаКоновалова-ж3о]

Thank you, sis! One mom-homemaker from Russia was inspired by your meditation!;) God bless!

[@katelyn.elizabeth374]

Preachhhh. This was SO GOOD. This is so important for us to understand!!! Thanks for this video!

[@ArielleDatnoff]

Who would’ve thought a video brought to me by a pair of ripped jeans would motivate me to do my homework;)

[@FarAwayDistance]

Hahaha yay!!

[@doglover32993]

I think you hit upon a really important point- Instagram and other forms of social media have made it too easy to show the best parts of our life off while allowing us to hide the more mundane parts. And even though most of us know that, it can cause us to feel like we’re not doing enough and cause an endless cycle of worry and comparison. But even when I was working a mundane retail job, I learned that just a friendly bit of small talk can make a difference in someone’s day, and that you can spread joy/happiness wherever you are. Anyway sorry for such a long comment- great video as always :)

[@HannahR]

Becca! I just love your heart and this video! Thanks so much for making it, definitely needed to hear it. You are such an inspiration for my life and channel!

[@luyolospeelman7892]

Wow! Thank you so very much for sharing that. I really needed to hear that. You are a blessing!

[@jannasnodgrass4465]

Thank you for these encouraging words, Becca! So good for those of us who are chronically ill to hear. I have been very unwell for the past almost 6 years, unable to go out much or do normal things. It’s not only painful, but mundane too. I can give testimony though, to God using all things for His glory. The last year, He has enabled me to start writing songs of worship, new hymns, and Psalms set to music. I have, by His grace, written over 110 songs, and have been able to share some with my local church and am starting to share them on KZbin. Getting feedback that people are encouraged and strengthened through my songs gives me confirmation that God can indeed use anyone and it is a privilege to serve in whatever position He places us in.☺️ Thank you for being faithful in the position He has given you, for speaking His truth and seeking to inspire and encourage others. You are a blessing for sure!❤️ (Oh, and I have been listening to your videos for a while now, but this is my first time commenting!😊)

[@hannahprestwood4933]

Oh my gosh such such such an important powerful message! Love your videos Hun! ❤️

[@Gabriella-yy2rc]

I'm glad you made this video- I like to think about the lives of people back then too, very often actually, haha. Watching this video was a nice reminder and showed me a new perspective on this topic- thank you!

[@Will-st1pg]

Thank you so much. Right now all of my friends are on a camping trip but I am not allowed to go because of my disability, but you remind me that even if sitting here on my own is so boring there is a meaning and purpose to it :) thank you so much ily

[@hannahhorrorr]

i needed this video. i miss your videos so much they help me more than you realize

[@brooklynnnnereads]

Just what I needed to see this morning. Thank you Becca!

[@zoomjps25]

Merci pour toute cette authenticité !

[@beekeeper6215]

So inspiring, thank you for keeping it real. Love your videos.

[@starrmelville876]

This is really what I needed right now!

[@hereiamsendme]

Yaaaaaaas so so so good. Amen sista🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@JoslynErynn]

Yes! You have no idea how much I needed this!

[@lauralucchesi-wright1097]

I needed to hear this so much, thks making the video !!!!!

[@nikkibunnyluv]

So timely ❤️😭 thank you

[@hannahj1761]

Wow! Exactly what I needed :) thank you

[@LilsLife]

I LOVE your videos!! thank you for speaking so much truth!

[@LaLaCrafts]

everyone poops...sorry mom lol good message . I have found myself at times comparing myself to "great things " I see others doing for the Lord. But we have to remember we all have different gifts, purposes, and ways we serve, none greater than the other if it is what we're called to do .Im trying to focus on being faithful in what the Lord has for me rather than looking to do what some one else is doing .

[@faithann9293]

Lol you are so funny! And thank you! this is what I've been thinking about.

[@FarAwayDistance]

Thank you so much!!!

[@ohyeah2269]

Omg this video is everything. 👏

[@ReneePosthuma22]

Tidying my room while watching this... Thanks Bex for the advice. Just well, not much sewing got done 😂

[@xiomararivera1740]

Amen God uses us all in many different ways as strange as it can seem! God is good Amen! God bless you Becca!

[@yaqarianfanashira]

Hey Becca. Thank you so much for this video, it's exactly what God needed to tell me today. I've been feeling so useless and almost annoyed with God because it's like... I wanna be OUT THERE doing "real" ministry work etc etc - but I've just realised that through studying, God is bringing people across my path who're desperately need love, a kind voice, an uplifting conversation... And he can use me to do that. Doing assignments can feel SO pointless in the moment but when I think about the lives God has brought me across, and the children I may teach one day, I begin to see that this is not all for nothing. Worshipping Jesus in and through the mundane. Amen. Thank you SO so much Becca ❤🌺🌹🐱😊

[@FarAwayDistance]

Yes girl!!!

[@kaitlin3102]

I love your channel. Your videos are so comforting

[@FarAwayDistance]

Aww thank youuu!

[@mollyperkins3008]

Thank you Becca. I needed this. I often compare myself to other Christians but I should be TRULY happy with the path God has set out for ME. He cares so much about me that he gave me an own pathway in life! I’m so happy you posted this, I truly needed this.

[@FarAwayDistance]

I'm so so thankful you commented this because it's super encouraging to read! :)

[@jayeballantyne9674]

This is exactly what I needed to hear, thanks Becca for being you and using KZbin for the glory of God 💞💞

[@colinwillis9096]

I was going to ask about the hat inside. Also the 'basic' devotional thing made me think of Katie's video.

[@zzballer15]

I pooped today.

[@FarAwayDistance]

proud of you.

[@zzballer15]

@@FarAwayDistance thanks Mom

[@bresea702]

👏👏👏👏

[@dkm174]

Your videos are so helpful. Love from India.

[@elizabethjoy3830]

THIS WAS SUCH A GOOD VIDEO. thank you so much. Legit one of the most encouraging videos I've ever seen. Just what I needed WOW thank you

[@likeitsgoldn9200]

I love you, I love this, I love Jesus!

[@Chickenfingers552]

Omg I’m listening to this As I’m getting getting ready for army basic training 11:30

[@FarAwayDistance]

Aww!! That's so awesome :)

[@October122013]

Thank you for this!! So encouraging. 💙

[@sarahdaniels5008]

You need to write a book!!

[@jgil1966]

This video is literally what i needed, honestly, like, watching all my old friends traveling and having fun and me just kind of just staying at home and studying the Bible would make me feel like really bad and me wanting to go back to my old ways lol the Holy Spirit is way smarter than that and would make me stop anyway but it was really good watching this video and listening to your opinion like always Sis!

[@honestlyanna2873]

I needed this to start out my week! Plowing through college classes startng tomorrow morning!

[@swarnaanil4448]

That was really encouraging! 😘 You are a true blessing!

[@lindagardellini6321]

Amen!! What a great message!! You, my dear, are so beautiful and so loved!! :)

[@CrisGarcia6]

That is amazing. You'd did really good

[@FarAwayDistance]

Thank you!!!

[@dagman85]

This was a great message! Also I loved the "We don't know their dental habits..." comment. Way too funny!

[@loznoz6936]

Thank you so much Bec! I love your heart for God. Keep spreading the good news!! Youre one of my favourite Christian youtubers 😄

[@FarAwayDistance]

Aww you're so awesome! Thank you!!

[@JessieWelch760]

Haha I love this idea! I love how we really get to see your personality in each of your videos. Thanks for making my day better😊

[@FarAwayDistance]

:) :)

[@markrider676]

so true gal thanks King Of King Lord of Lord thanks for encouragement.

[@userdoesnotexist5160]

Good one Becca ..!

[@beetenwi9280]

Thank you!♥♥

[@Cozyscout]

Look at you girl! Ministering while sewing a pair of jeans. Love it!! God can certainly use the most unexpected people at the most unexpected times. To covet someone else's life, is not to look inward to Christ, but to look outward to the fleshly desires that take us away from God. I often wonder where peoples heart lies, when they are in the middle of a mission, or volunteer work and decide to shoot a photo for instagram. I volunteer at a homeless shelter and it never once occurred to me to upload a photo of me helping them, because I know that Gods eyes are watching and he is pleased. I don't need that attention from strangers scrolling through their phone.

[@melmer9274]

This actually looks fun....

[@jalisarixh4404]

so good!!!

[@A96B6]

Lit! Beccs. Amen! Say yes to God's purpose in your life and never look back.

[@Batconnection]

You just topped the Mac and Cheese with Bex lol haha I love it!

[@suzannabrothers5702]

Love this! I loved the Noah analogy and dental health joke haha. God bless!💓

[@FarAwayDistance]

Haha thank you!! And we really don't know what it was like lol so I had to throw that in there!!

[@vagariousviewser]

"Basic" Becca is the best

[@FarAwayDistance]

Ahaha thank you!

[@vagariousviewser]

FarAwayDistance so loved and so beautiful, just the way you are

[@dborateles5796]

This message blessed me, I have this struggle, always thinking that there's something wrong with my life because it's not so exciting as the life of others Christian seems to be.

[@FarAwayDistance]

God LOVES you and is going to USE you! :)

[@oliviadnelson]

So much wisdom from you all the time! I made myself finish my algebra before I watched, so thank you for motiviating me to do some polynomials. 😂❤️

[@FarAwayDistance]

Hahaa long live polynomials oh my goodness!!

[@nicholasmcmillan6424]

I needed this. Thank you!

[@tomstirling340]

Great video. Just remember that you are "sewing" more than Jeans! BTW some of us were watching/listening to Darlene Zschech (Hillsong) when you were a baby lol. Praying that the Lord will bless you for all that you are sowing.

[@melanielaurentino8472]

LOVE everything you said and the song in the outro !!!!

[@FarAwayDistance]

Thank you!! Sails is amazing!

[@melanielaurentino8472]

@@FarAwayDistance YES SO AMAZING!!!

[@barry120]

I am new to your channel and I want to say that I enjoy your video's...your awesome

[@FarAwayDistance]

Thank you so much!!

[@barry120]

:) you are very welcome,thank you for helping me learn about jesus

[@ronakatsuki]

i wish i can heart react this vid ❤️ and haha at the same time 😆 so much God-given wisdom! praying for the ability to get away from the addiction of digital cocaine that leads to all kinds of idolatry. grateful for this becca! praise Jesus for His working in You 😊

[@rachsumm4623]

Everybody poops. Lol So good. You should watch dan in real life. It reminded me of the book in that movie. 😂

[@molotovmafia2406]

Such a cool video, Becca..... I worry so much that my life isn't good enough... I read a lot and have a vivid imagination, so I often think that life shall contain miracles, magic, heroism, sacrifice, higher goal, the significant things..... I always play scenarios of myself saving many people, helping the environment, becoming a part of the government and changing it... In reality, I'm extremely shy and kind of a loser. But many of the Bible characters (like David or Joseph) were also losers in the beginning. And all those boring Mondays bring you to a greater life purpose. That money you gave to a pauper in the street? That friend you helped with studying? That hobby you spent some hours doing and can help you in the future? That boring job you´re doing? That hour you spent helping your mum with chores? IT´S ALL SIGNIFICANT. Heard of the butterfly effect? It´s the same. You don´t need to be a missionaire in Africa, for example, to be a real christian. If you do the little things with great love, you don´t need to do "great" things. And whatever is your purpose, it´s important, Quietly looking after your family is not less important than being an activist. And what is YOUR purpose? Or talent? Mine is speech. I like writing and talking and it will be useful in the future, I know it! May God bless you all, sweeties!

[@Cindyreella_]

Amen sister! Needed thissss

[@FarAwayDistance]

:)

[@AndresGarciaJr]

your awesome and so real oh and funny lol. you are right the bible never talk about those in between moments of these people lives so yes they did have regular days not every single minute or hour they were doing something like amazing. i love how God put it in your heart to take out the bible so that you can bring the message home. your beautiful and thank you for sharing. God bless you.

[@FarAwayDistance]

Thank you so much!!

[@AndresGarciaJr]

@@FarAwayDistance 😊🙏

[@Stillmikaela]

i love you bex!

[@Stillmikaela]

also loving the editing in this video

[@FarAwayDistance]

thank youuu!!!

[@joannaforro1710]

ILY this is so true for me

[@FarAwayDistance]

Love you!

[@luckyestrada106]

You have taught us so many lesson and I want to thank you. ♡♡♡ _"Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference."_ Att: Gisele Estrada

[@CalebandClara]

Yes!! The classics! “It’s not Hillsong, so who?”😂

[@FarAwayDistance]

It's true!! :) :)

[@mikkelsv4804]

I have thought about so much! Two other people I think about when I get discouraged are Moses who spent 40 years 😯 in the wilderness and also Esther. Esther spent the first part of her life in a very normal way I'm sure. Once she became queen (which lasted the rest of her life) there are only two big things we are told about which are her telling the king about the plot for his life and telling the king about the law to kill the Jews. Those were two huge deals... but it really didnt take all that long in her life. The rest of her life was spent in a mundane routine I'm sure. And while I'm sure she was thankful for her position as queen, I personally cant see Esther as the type of person who would have really enjoyed the luxury long term. I bet there were a lot of days she just wanted out. Anyway. Theres my two cents.

[@trekzilladmc]

You went to Olivet? Cool. I have some friends who went there. I went to to Lincoln Christian University :)

[@srh3565]

Not even lying, I was just thinking that I’m not doing enough compared to the people I see on Instagram! God amazes me with his timing!

[@FarAwayDistance]

Aww I feel! You're SO so valuable to God though!

[@srh3565]

Thank you! 💖💗

[@TheALife23]

I can't sew at all lol I used too but love your Jag hat

[@FarAwayDistance]

Haha I'm not very good either lol

[@Newmoney1122]

Even Walled Gardens can not keep snakes out (Physically and Psychologically)

[@ohyeah2269]

Playlist pls

[@danielafilippini]

Everytime I saw "with bex" in one of your titles I thought that in the video there was someone called bex with you. I have just now realized that bex is your nickname

[@FarAwayDistance]

Lol yep!!

[@melindajohnson17]

First ❣️

[@FarAwayDistance]

:)

[@zubaerchaudhari8267]

FarAwayDistance hey

[@eugene794]

what are your thoughts on halloween?

[@AliyaJanai]

"Everybody poops" #2018Inspo